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Dean Ross, who founded Shine-A-Light, seated, left, with Red Bank Police Officer Lt. Juan Sardo, surrounded by volunteers, including members of Monmouth Reform Temple and the Red Bank Policemen’s Benevolent Association. Photo courtesy Dean Ross
February 24, 2020, 11:30 am
Dean Ross ‘Shines-A-Light’ to aid immigrant workers
By Debra Rubin
Mark Weitzman
February 3, 2020, 11:27 am
Expert on defining anti-Semitism to speak in Highland Park
By Debra Rubin
Cantor Barbara Jean Ostfeld was the first Reform woman cantor.
January 20, 2020, 11:05 am
First Reform woman cantor looks back on groundbreaking career
By Debra Rubin
Michael Kaufman autographs one of his books about the adventures of “Fox & Camel” at a publishing launch party last September. Photo courtesy Michael Kaufman
January 20, 2020, 10:57 am
Local lawyer turns to writing stories for kids
‘Fox & Camel’ series began as tales for his children
By Debra Rubin
“Something Beautiful Happened,” written by Yvette Manessis Corporon, is about her grandmother’s heroism during World War II. Facebook
January 15, 2020, 9:37 am
Author to speak of ‘extraordinary’ act of courage on small Greek island
By Debra Rubin
Authorities assured members of the Highland Park Jewish community that the two teens charged responsible for the graffiti had no bias intent. Photos courtesy Mason Resnick Photography
January 6, 2020, 11:21 am
Authorities: Graffiti outside Highland Park synagogue had no ‘bias intent’
Two teens charged with criminal mischief; mayor says anti-Semitism resolution to be passed in coming months
By Debra Rubin
Holiday decorations on the grounds of Piscataway’s municipal building include Santa Claus and a Christmas tree but no menorah. Photo courtesy Staci Berger
January 2, 2020, 11:19 am
At close of holiday season, menorah controversy remains unresolved
Piscataway Township claims ‘political gain’ in residents’ complaints
By Debra Rubin
The fabric in this display on the Bene Israel, the largest of the Jewish communities in India, is Sophie Perry of Manalapan’s wedding gown and the Bible, bottom center, is more than 100 years old. Photo by Debra Rubin
December 26, 2019, 11:33 am
Preservation of Jewish, Indian customs on display in Freehold
Jewish Heritage Museum opens exhibits on multifaced ‘Jews of India’
By Debra Rubin
College Avenue café mashgiach David Weintraub of Highland Park shows off a Beyond Burger prepared with tomato, lettuce, pickled onion, and “magic sauce.” Photo by Debra Rubin
December 18, 2019, 11:37 am
Availability of kosher food expands at Rutgers University
By Debra Rubin
Rutgers Chabad executive director Rabbi Yosef Carlebach recites prayers at the dedication of the Torah scroll donated to the Chabad synagogue at Ben-Gurion Airport by Holocaust survivor Edward Mosberg. Photos courtesy Rabbi Mendy Carlebach
December 18, 2019, 11:13 am
Shoah survivor donates Torah to airport synagogue
Rescued scroll dedicated to members of Wilf family
By Debra Rubin
Thirty Rutgers Hillel students, with executive director Andrew Getraer, front left, joined hundreds of other student leaders at a Pittsburgh conference on anti-Semitism on college campuses. Photo courtesy Brooke Getter
December 11, 2019, 11:44 am
Rutgers Hillel students attend conference on campus anti-Semitism
Stricken by visit to Tree of Life synagogue in Pittsburgh
By Debra Rubin
Middle school orientation for students, from left, Liem Ayish of Toms River, Hailey Natenzon of Colts Neck, and Aviva Schonbrun of Deal. Photos courtesy Hebrew Academy
December 9, 2019, 11:56 am
Hebrew Academy celebrates 40 years of ‘raising Jewish leaders’
By Debra Rubin
Vitaly Abramov, owner of Capri Kosher Catering, helps prepare some of his varied food in the company’s new home, Shalom Torah Academy in Morganville. Photo courtesy Vitaly Abramov
December 9, 2019, 11:11 am
Kosher scene sees changes in central Jersey
Two restaurants close, open catering operations in new locations
By Debra Rubin
Eric Wallenstein of Highland Park received the Seymour St. Lifer Award from federation executive director Susan Antman for his leadership in the Life & Legacy program. Photo courtesy Jewish Federation in the Heart of NJ
November 25, 2019, 11:21 am
Federation programs celebrated at annual meeting
By Debra Rubin
Rabbi Nathan Langer said one of his primary goals in his position at the Freehold Jewish Center Congregation Agudath Achim is to attract young members to the synagogue.
November 25, 2019, 11:18 am
New Freehold Jewish Center rabbi prioritizes attracting young members
By Debra Rubin
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